Coffee to Water Ratio Calculator
Grams of coffee for any amount of water — in cups, coffee-maker cups, ml or fl oz
Grams of ground coffee for any amount of water — in US cups, 5 or 6 fl oz coffee-maker cups, ml or fl oz — or the water for any amount of coffee, at drip, pour-over, French press, cold brew or a custom ratio.
Grams of coffee by water amount
| Water | ml | Coffee at 1:16 | Coffee at 55 g/L (SCA Golden Cup) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 US cup | 237 ml | 15 g | 13 g |
| 4 US cups | 946 ml | 59 g | 52 g |
| 12-cup machine (5 fl oz cups) | 1774 ml | 111 g | 98 g |
| 12-cup machine (6 fl oz cups) | 2129 ml | 133 g | 117 g |
| 1 litre | 1000 ml | 63 g | 55 g |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams of coffee per cup?
For an 8 fl oz US cup at 1:16, about 15 g; at the SCA Golden Cup strength of 55 g per litre, 13 g.
Why is a coffee-maker cup smaller than a cup?
Drip machines count 5 or 6 fl oz cups, not the 8 fl oz measuring cup.